EP4CE15F23C7 Cyclone IV E FPGA | 15K Logic | Altera
MPN: EP4CE15F23C7 ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $13.4432 | $13.44 |
| 10 | $51.2629 | $512.63 |
| 100 | $51.2629 | $5,126.29 |
| 500 | $51.2629 | $25,631.45 |
| 1,000 | $51.2629 | $51,262.90 |
EP4CE15F23C7 Overview
A field-programmable gate array, or FPGA, is a programmable semiconductor in which configurable logic blocks, memory, and I/O resources are interconnected through user-programmed bitstreams. Within the broader semiconductor hierarchy, an FPGA is a programmable logic device used to implement control, datapath, signal-conditioning, and interface functions without relying on a fixed application-specific integrated circuit. Its bitstream defines the internal connections and external pin behavior.
The EP4CE15F23C7 belongs to the Cyclone IV E family and provides a balance of logic capacity, I/O availability, and embedded memory for embedded systems. Its F23 ordering code identifies a specific speed, package, and temperature-grade combination, while the distributor record confirms 15,408 logic elements and 516,096 RAM bits. These resources support parallel data acquisition, industrial control, communications, embedded vision, and test-equipment logic.
Typical implementation depends on the system’s clocking, power, configuration, and I/O requirements. Because the provided data does not include complete electrical timing, configuration, memory-interface, or pin-definition tables, those values must be confirmed in the manufacturer’s official device documentation before schematic capture or PCB release. The 484-BGA package also requires careful escape routing and manufacturing capability.
For drop-in procurement planning, verify the exact package, speed grade, temperature grade, device identifier, configuration method, and pin-compatible alternative before substitution. The available cross-reference results identify EP4CE15F23I7N as another Cyclone IV E ordering code, but the supplied search data does not establish every electrical and package detail needed to certify a drop-in replacement.
Drop-in alternatives for EP4CE15F23C7 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with EP4CE15F23C7 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Mounting Type, Package, Configuration Modes, Core Voltage (VCCINT), Embedded Memory.
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EP4CE15F23C7 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Device Type | Cyclone IV E FPGA |
| Logic Elements | 15,408 |
| Embedded RAM | 516,096 bits |
| I/O Count | 343 |
| Package | 484-BGA |
| FPGA Family | Cyclone IV E |
| Programmability | Field-programmable logic device |
| Mounting Type | Surface-mount BGA |
| Manufacturer | Altera |
| Ordering Part Number | EP4CE15F23C7 |
| Related Family Ordering Code | EP4CE15 (F23) |
| I/O Interface | Programmable device I/O |
| Embedded Memory | 516,096 bits |
| Package Ball Count | 484 balls |
| Lifecycle Status | unknown |
EP4CE15F23C7 484 balls Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for EP4CE15F23C7 (484 balls package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for EP4CE15F23C7.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
EP4CE15F23C7 is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial Control Logic, Data Acquisition and Signal Conditioning, Communications and Protocol Bridging, Embedded Vision and Image Processing, Test and Measurement Equipment, Power and Motor Control, Embedded Processor and Memory Expansion.
Industrial Control Logic
EP4CE15F23C7 fits industrial control logic that combines multiple digital I/O, timing-sensitive state machines, and moderate embedded RAM. The verified 343-I/O count provides substantial board-level connectivity for sensors, actuators, interlocks, and machine-control signals, while 15,408 logic elements support parallel control paths and protocol decoding. The device can sit beside a microcontroller to handle deterministic sequencing, high-I/O fanout, or fixed-format acquisition logic. Before release, verify the official temperature range, core voltage, I/O standards, clock limits, and configuration method. The 484-BGA package also requires a manufacturing process capable of fine-pitch assembly and careful power, ground, and signal-integrity design.
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Data Acquisition and Signal Conditioning
EP4CE15F23C7 is suitable for parallel data-acquisition front ends where many inputs, digital filtering, sample control, and buffer management must be implemented in programmable logic. Its 343 I/O and 516,096 RAM bits allow designers to connect multiple data buses, perform parallel data movement, and maintain timing or control state. A practical architecture could use the FPGA for capture control, word assembly, threshold logic, and interface isolation while an external converter handles analog conversion. Confirm input voltage tolerances, supported I/O standards, clocking limits, and pin assignments in the official documentation before selecting the device.
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Communications and Protocol Bridging
The EP4CE15F23C7 can implement parallel-to-serial conversion, bus adaptation, packet framing, and protocol bridging when a system needs programmable logic alongside a host processor. Its 343 I/O allow connection to multiple buses or control signals, while the embedded RAM can support buffering, descriptors, and finite-state-machine storage. A design could place the FPGA between a communications controller and a connector, translating timing or signal-format differences without changing the PCB architecture. Designers should verify the exact I/O standards, supported clock rates, pin placement, and electrical limits in the manufacturer documentation; the supplied search excerpt does not provide those values.
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Embedded Vision and Image Processing
EP4CE15F23C7 is a candidate for embedded vision preprocessing when an FPGA must combine sensor input, pixel timing, thresholding, line buffering, and a compact data interface. Its 516,096 RAM bits provide on-chip storage for limited frame or line data, while 15,408 logic elements support parallel datapaths and control. The device is most appropriate when the design needs deterministic programmable logic close to a camera or image sensor, especially if the host processor cannot reliably handle repetitive timing and filtering tasks. Verify sensor-interface voltage standards, pin assignment, clocking, and supported memory bandwidth before committing to this architecture.
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Test and Measurement Equipment
EP4CE15F23C7 can serve programmable test equipment as a timing controller, pattern generator, interface conditioner, or data-format converter. Its large I/O count helps connect multiple instrument buses and control signals, while the logic resources support deterministic counters, sequencers, and parallel data paths. The embedded RAM can hold calibration tables, test vectors, or short capture buffers without requiring an external memory for small workloads. For a production instrument, validate the official operating-temperature grade, power sequencing, clock-jitter tolerance, I/O standards, and configuration reliability. The 484-BGA package should be reviewed for test-point access, assembly yield, and thermal performance.
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Power and Motor Control
EP4CE15F23C7 is applicable to programmable motor-control and power-conversion systems where deterministic digital control, fault handling, and multiple signal connections are required. The 343-I/O device can manage command inputs, position or current feedback, gate-driver interfaces, and protection signals, while its logic resources support PWM sequencing and control state machines. A practical implementation would pair the FPGA with power-conversion and gate-driver components, using the FPGA for fast control-loop coordination rather than high-voltage isolation. Confirm I/O voltage, timing, temperature, and power specifications in the official Altera documentation before using it in a safety- or industrial-critical design.
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Embedded Processor and Memory Expansion
EP4CE15F23C7 can provide programmable peripheral expansion, custom memory interfaces, or hardware acceleration around an embedded processor. Its logic elements can implement glue logic, while 516,096 embedded RAM bits can serve small buffers, lookup tables, or tightly coupled storage. The 343-I/O count allows the FPGA to connect host buses, status signals, and external peripherals without forcing every function into a microcontroller. A practical design may use the FPGA as a bus arbiter, data formatter, or fixed-latency accelerator. Because the provided data does not specify supported memory standards or I/O standards, verify the complete device documentation and pin constraints before architecture sign-off.
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Engineering reference data for EP4CE15F23C7 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EP4CE15F23I7N | EP4CE15F23C7N | EP4CE15F23C8 | EP4CE15F23C7N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Device Family | Cyclone IV E FPGA | Cyclone IV E FPGA | Cyclone IV E FPGA | Cyclone IV E FPGA | Cyclone IV E FPGA |
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | 484-BGA | 484-BGA | 484-BGA | 484-BGA | 484-BGA |
Key Differentiators
- High verified I/O availability (vs EP4CE15F23I7N)
- Documented embedded memory capacity (vs EP4CE15F23C8)
- Specific ordering-code identity (vs EP4CE15F23I7N)
Design Notes
The 484-BGA package requires fine-pitch escape routing, dense via usage, and careful power and ground distribution. Obtain the official package drawing and recommended land pattern before committing to board geometry. Keep configuration, clock, and high-speed interfaces away from noisy switching regions where practical, and validate the stack-up with signal-integrity analysis.
Do not infer core or I/O supply requirements from distributor listings. Build the power tree only after checking the official EP4CE15F23C7 electrical tables, including required voltage rails, sequencing, current limits, and tolerance. Decoupling and plane placement should follow the manufacturer recommendations, and power-up behavior should be verified in simulation and hardware.
The verified search results name related ordering codes but do not prove that suffix changes are interchangeable. Before using EP4CE15F23I7N or another candidate, compare the complete ordering table, pinout, speed grade, temperature grade, electrical limits, configuration mode, and lifecycle status. A same package name alone is not sufficient evidence of drop-in compatibility.
Route clocks and high-speed interfaces as controlled-length or impedance-controlled structures according to the selected interface standard. Because the supplied data does not identify supported I/O standards or maximum clock rates, use the official device specifications and board-level signal-integrity guidelines before assigning pins or setting timing constraints.
Compliance Information
The supplied verified excerpts do not explicitly state RoHS, REACH, lead-free, halogen-free, conflict-minerals, or automotive qualification status. The FPGA is not treated as AEC-Q100-qualified without explicit evidence.
